Beijing weather in August (Beijing Area, China)

How is August weather typically in Beijing? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Beijing includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. August marks the summer season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 32°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 22°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Beijing in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 210 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Beijing climate page with graphs.

 

Beijing, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 73%  

Sunshine 210 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in China in August

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Beijing.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to China? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in China. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.